The Miami Book Fair and Books & Books present an online evening with Camille Aubray, author of THE GODMOTHERS, in conversation with Alisyn Camerota of CNN. Join in to hear about what inspired Camille to write the novel, which is a People Magazine Pick of the Best Books and was also chosen as a best book by Newsweek, Buzzfeed, Parade, and Veranda, as well as receiving much praise from reviewers, booksellers, librarians and readers.
Admission is free but you must register to get in. Go to this link to reserve your spot: https://www.crowdcast.io/e/thegodmothers/register .
Praise for THE GODMOTHERS:
“A group of deeply complex and beautifully written women . . . Aubray marries history, suspense and womanhood in a story perfect for devouring.” —Newsweek’s “Enticing Books To Take Along This Summer”
“Aubray delivers an addictive and tense multigenerational feminist romp through WWII-era New York City . . . this credibly flips the script on male-dominated Mafia stories.” —Publishers Weekly
“A saga reminiscent of Mario Puzo and Francis Ford Coppola. Unlike them, though, Aubray focuses on the challenges particular to women . . . A fast-paced, drama-filled portrait of a family dynasty." —Kirkus Reviews
“This is historical fiction at its best, bringing along thrilling scenes, passionate love affairs and a bounty of secrets.” —Booklist
“Thrilling! Readers will enjoy immersing themselves in family drama and watching women’s friendships grow.” —Library Journal
“Why do we love Camille Aubray’s The Godmothers? This feminist mafia tale set in World War II-era Greenwich Village follows four women who married into an opulent Italian family and who must take over the business when their husbands are called to serve.”—Parade choice for “Books We Love” and “Books We Can't Wait to Take on Vacation”
“A fascinating, fast-paced trip into the Mob underworld."--People Picks the Best New Books
"Aubray begins with a page-turning, captivating back story of each woman, and reveals a secret from each of their pasts . . . Aubray shines in her ability to bring each woman alive with distinct personalities, and to weave individual stories and different plots into one collective story. This novel is rich in plot with all the elements of family drama, murder, romance and secrets . . . Enjoy immersing yourself into this family's story." --Historical Novels Review